Ann Loves Plants: a life in horticulture

  • Preparing to appear in a garden book…
    Preparing to appear in a garden book…

    In early 2023, Ann accepted an invite from friend Doreen Wynja to be included in a book about passionate gardeners. Reflecting on personal struggles, including a non-traditional marriage and health challenges, the author embraced the opportunity to share her journey while finding support in chosen family and community. Gardening served as a grounding force throughout…

  • The Amateur Bot-ann-ist Marries John in Her Garden

    My wedding bouquet made for great photo opportunities. Four weeks ago today I married an amazing man in the back garden. And now—as I sit here writing this—it’s great to publicly admit that we met online and immediately knew we would marry. Just 6 months after we met, we were married. There, I said it.…

  • Wordless Wednesday: A Rose Tattoo in my Honor

    Roses to represent Auntie Annie. A succulent tattoo designed by the tattoo artist for another client. I do love a studio, don’t you? My eldest niece and Alice (the tattoo artist) at Anatomy Tattoo. (She specializes in floral tattoo work.) The unfinished piece—I had to leave before it was done but I am sure you get the idea.

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